Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
1055626

Status:
valid

Authors:
L'Hér.

Source:
tro

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
W.Aiton, Hort. Kew.3: 79 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054964

Common Names

  • Angustifolia Psoralea
  • Narrow-Leaf Psoralea
  • White Psoralea

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Description

Psoralea angustifolia (also called narrow-leaved psoralea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of firewood, charcoal, and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea angustifolia has small, white, bell-shaped flowers, which are followed by seed pods that are up to 2 inches long. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea angustifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which germinates in 2-4 weeks. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Psoralea angustifolia

Psoralea angustifolia is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Psoralea genus

Psoralea mexicana, Psoralea affinis, Psoralea oligophylla, Psoralea speciosa, Psoralea aculeata, Psoralea aphylla, Psoralea arborea, Psoralea axillaris, Psoralea ensifolia, Psoralea fascicularis, Psoralea filifolia, Psoralea glabra, Psoralea glaucescens, Psoralea glaucina, Psoralea gueinzii, Psoralea implexa, Psoralea keetii, Psoralea laevigata, Psoralea monophylla, Psoralea odoratissima, Psoralea oreophila, Psoralea pinnata, Psoralea plauta, Psoralea restioides, Psoralea tenuissima, Psoralea triflora, Psoralea trullata, Psoralea verrucosa, Psoralea peratica, Psoralea cataracta, Psoralea margaretiflora, Psoralea fleta, Psoralea angustifolia, Psoralea repens, Psoralea tenuifolia, Psoralea alata, Psoralea asarina, Psoralea imbricata, Psoralea laxa, Psoralea keetii, Psoralea abbottii, Psoralea forbesiae, Psoralea diturnerae, Psoralea vanberkeliae, Psoralea gigantea, Psoralea usitata, Psoralea brilliantissima, Psoralea elegans, Psoralea floccosa, Psoralea imminens,

Species in the Fabaceae family